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How to Add Avatars in Figma?

Last updated on November 30, 2022 @ 3:16 am

Adding an avatar to your Figma account is a great way to personalize your profile and make it stand out from the crowd. Here’s how to do it:

1. Log in to your Figma account and click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.

2. On the next screen, click the “Edit Profile” button.

3. On the edit profile screen, scroll down to the “Avatar” section and click the “Upload Avatar” button.

4. Select the image you want to use as your avatar and click the “Open” button.

5. Your new avatar will now be visible on your profile page!

PRO TIP: Adding avatars in Figma can be a tricky process. If you’re not careful, you may end up with an avatar that looks distorted or doesn’t fit in with the rest of your design. Here are a few tips to help you avoid these pitfalls:

1. When choosing an avatar, make sure it’s high-quality and properly proportioned. A good rule of thumb is to use an image that’s at least 512×512 pixels.

2. Pay attention to the background of your avatar. If it’s too busy, it will be distracting in your design. Choose an avatar with a plain background or use the “Remove Background” tool in Figma to make it transparent.

3. Be careful when scaling your avatar. If you make it too large or small, it will look out of place. Try to keep the avatar’s width and height within a reasonable range of each other.

4. When adding text to your avatar, make sure it’s legible and easy to read. Use a simple font and avoid using all caps or adding too much text.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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